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Keeping our Lanes and Properties Clean, Fall Back Lane Clean-up Reminder Property Taxes are Due! - Tax Notices were mailed out on April 29th. If anyone has not received their notice, they should contact City Hall. Ensure all contact information is up to date.
- Starting on August 1st, interest penalties on outstanding amounts begin to accrue Ways to Pay - Taxes can be paid by cash, cheque, or debit at City Hall. - Taxes can also be paid online through Banking Bill Payments, or by E-transfers; for payments: payments@martensville.ca.
- Use of lanes or boulevards for the dumping of household furniture, building materials or tires is not permitted.
On Friday night, Corman Park Police Service conducted a multi-agency checkstop on Highway 12 near Cory Road. During the checkstop, police checked approximately 500 vehicles, resulting in one person being charged with over .08 and impaired driving and numerous 72-hour suspensions were issued. Traffic offenses ranging from driving while suspended, learner unaccompanied, seatbelt violations, and others were also issued. One male was also charged with criminal breach of conditions on a temporary absence. The Saskatoon Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 53-year-old. Brett Harris was last seen on August 12, 2022 at 11:00pm in the 500 block of Ave O North. He is described as 5'4, 170 lbs, bald, with green eyes. He was last seen wearing a white shirt, unknown colour shorts, and was not wearing shoes.Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Brett Harris is asked to contact the Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300 or, in an emergency, 9-1-1. Anonymous information can also be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. See photo on RIGHT.
- The owner or occupier of property along a boulevard or lane shall ensure that the portion of the boulevard or lane next to the property, up to the centre line of the lane, is kept free and clear, at all times of weeds, uncontrolled growth of grass, plants and tree/shrub overgrowth.
Please check with City Hall if you require access to your yard through a municipal area for the purposes of landscaping or construction or will need to have materials on the street. We are pleased to work with and cooperate with homeowners on their projects while ensuring that parks, pathways, roads or municipal lands remain safe and in good condition.
Jocelyn Ottenbreit, Martensville Messenger
Highway 12 Checkstop Results in Multiple Charges
Questions about Boulevard or Lane Maintenance can be referred to City Hall or consult the Nuisance Abatement Bylaw at Martensville.ca
To limit damage to municipal properties and remedy any damages the City has an application and permitting process under this bylaw to access private properties through city lands.
Property owners along a boulevard or lane are responsible for ensuring these areas are cleaned up. Key points under the Nuisance Abatement Bylaw include:
- Dumping or placing any garden, vegetation, waste materials or tree branches along the boulevard or lane is against the municipal bylaw and subject to enforcement.
The City of Martensville conducts an annual back lane and general clean-up once a year with this year’s dates being: September 12th -16th for the Southside September 19th -23rd for the Northside Items may be placed for pick-up one week before scheduled pick-up. In the interim please utilize the Loraas Landfill. Waste placed in lanes before this time is regulated under the Nuisance Abatement Bylaw and is subject to enforcement.
In addition, the storage of materials on city streets is not permitted unless permission is provided and safely designated with barricades or cones. We encourage all materials to be stored on the owners’ property.
New Owners of Bravo Dance Look Forward to Upcoming Season
Saskatoon Police Request Assistance for a Missing Person
New owners of Bravo Dance Company; mother and daughter, Karen & Nicole Katelnikoff, are excited for the new season to begin. Bravo Dance Co. not only has an experienced and knowledgeable staff, but also instructors who support and foster growth and relationships with the dancers. Their staff is fluent in teaching and performing the following genres: Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Pointe, Lyrical, Musical, Theatre, Broadway, Highland, Pom, Adult Classes, and Karenmore.took a few years of dance classes at a young age, but has mainy been following her daughter’s journey for the last 20 years. “I will always be one of her biggest cheerleaders and supporters. I have been there through all the ups and downs of not just my own child but with my dance family. Our dance families will always have a special place in our hearts, and I am looking forward to building a dance family for generations to look back on,” said Karen. Nicole started dancing at the age of two until her graduating year. She realized she wanted to be a teacher after her many years of assisting. She fell in love with choreographing at the age of 14 and choreographed her first solo. Though she loves all styles, Tap and Contemporary hold a close place in her heart. Miss Nicole has done a lot to branch off in her dance education, travelling to Riesa, Germany to compete with Team Canada Tap, where they finished in the top two. Another highlight in her career was being a part of the first street dance crew to perform at Rider games. You can also spot her on an episode of season two Canada’s Got Talent on CityTV. Miss Nicole has trained in tap, jazz, ballet, pointe, musical theatre, hip hop, street jazz, modern, lyrical, contemporary, acro and pom. She has completed most of her ADAPT tap and jazz exams, CDTA Tap exams and RAD ballet exams. She is a certified instructor with ADAPT, Acrobatic Arts, Alixa Flexibility, SCA Coaches & SCA judges.“Icannot wait to share my love of dance and help create memories that will last a lifetime,” Nicole stated. The dance studio is a place where students make friends, have fun, and learn an incredible art form. Bravo Dance Co. welcomes both recreational and competitive dancers as they believe everyone should have the opportunity to express themselves, learn, make friends, and experience the world of Bravodance!Dance is hosting an Open House on Sunday, August 21 from 2:30pm – 5:30pm at their dance studio, located at 800 Centennial Dr. N. They welcome all current and future Bravo Dance families to come meet their 2022/23 instructors and owners. They are also having a massive @presence. bybdc sale that you won’t want to miss out on. Visit their Facebook page or their website at bravodanceco. com to learn more.
Landscaping or Working on Your Property This Summer? - Things You Should Know Access to Private Property Through Open Spaces Bylaw, Materials on Roadways
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Placing garbage, materials or waste in our lanes is unsightly, can attract pests, be unsafe and impede maintenance or access to properties.
ABOVE: The Government of Saskatchewan plans to reduce childcare costs by 70% by September 1st.
ABOVE: Plans for the daycare location request at 139/135 Centennial Drive South were submitted to City Hall along with the application, which show a fenced in play area along with proposed parking and drop-off locations.
Saskatchewan to Reduce Childcare Fees by 70% as of September 1st
During the August 9th City of Martensville Committee of the Whole meeting Council discussed an application that was received from Lutheran Early Learning Centre (LELC) for a daycare to locate at 139/135 Centennial Drive South. If approved, this property, which is currently being utilized as a shopping centre, would offer childcare for 54 children and create 15 jobs in the community. LELC currently operates other facilities in the area, with one already located in Martensville at 502 5th StreetTheNorth.application, submitted by Kim Randall, LELC Executive Director, stated that despite Martensville’s 11,573 population as of 2021, the community only has 120 licensed childcare services available. “Our project will increase the amount of licensed spaces to 174 for the fast growing community,” Randall stated in the application. Randall also noted that the local childcare options help to attract young families to the community and can help encourage working parents to work closer to Exampleshome. of what the plans for the space will be were also provided along with the application, which show plans to convert the side of the property into a play area, which would be entirely fenced as per provincial regulations. Two drop off spaces will be allocated along 2nd Street South, set back from the stop sign so as not to interfere with traffic. The other drop-off sites will be located on site, so as not to interfere with traffic on Centennial Drive South. Once the application was received, notices were sent out to all property owners within 75m of the proposed site, as well as onsite. Several concerns were noted from the public such as the amount of noise, the traffic volumes, parking, etc. One concern received stated, “As we do agree that Martensville is in need of more daycare facilities, we do not feel this is the right location and Centennial is a very busy street and with all the parents coming and going, there are traffic concerns both on Centennial and 2nd St. S.”
The governments of Saskatchewan and Canada have taken another important step to improve affordability and further reduce regulated child care fees for families with children under six. Starting September 1, 2022, parent fees for regulated child care will be reduced by an average of 70 per cent compared to March 2021 levels. This fee reduction, the second announced this year, is part of close to $1.1 billion being invested to transform child care in Saskatchewan through the 202122 to 2025-26 Canada-Saskatchewan Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement by making regulated child care more affordable for Saskatchewan families. Parent fee reductions represent spending of $13.4 million over the last fiscal year and a total of $74 million for 2022-23. “With this latest fee reduction, we are one step closer to our goal of $10-a-day child care by 2025-26.” Education Minister Dustin Duncan said. “Fee reductions for regulated child care spaces is the latest way our government is putting more money back in the pockets of families across the province.”
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With the September 1 fee reduction, a family of an infant in full-time, regulated child care can expect to pay up to $550 less per month than they paid in January of 2022. This represents an average of 70 per cent reduction. Child care homes and centres set their own fees, meaning there is a range of fees families may pay. Full time fees will not be reduced to below $200 a month for families. This is a significant step towards reaching, average daily parent fees of $10-a-day for regulated child care spaces by March 2026.
Concerns Raised Over Location of Proposed Daycare
Council revisited the subject at the August 16th meeting where a formal decision was made to approve the location, as the City believes that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages; however, it was requested that the applicant obtain a Development Permit and all other relevant permits and licenses. Additionally, Council asked that all plans submitted for construction, occupancy or use on the site be in accordance with plans approved by Council, and in the future, if a change is made that doesn’t reflect the approved plans from Council, the applicant must then apply to Council for approval.
The Government of Canada made a transformative investment to build a Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care system in partnership with provincial, territorial and Indigenous partners. This includes a historic federal investment of nearly $1.1 billion for Saskatchewan. Through the Canada-wide system, all families in the country will have access to regulated early learning and child care for an average cost of $10-a-day by March 2026. The 2021-22 to 2025-26 Canada-Saskatchewan Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement, which was announced around one year ago, can be found at agreements-provinces-territories/saskatchewan-canada-wide-2021.html.https://www.canada.ca/en/early-learning-child-care-agreement/
“A further reduction in child care fees will ensure that families in our community have an opportunity to access affordable, high quality early learning and child care services,” Executive Director of Accent on Kids in Yorkton, Rhonda Oystrick said. “Some parents’ decision about whether or not to return to work will be directly influenced by more affordable child care. The financial strain on families with children in child care will be alleviated while maintaining high quality child care.”
In the report to Council, submitted by Bonnie Gorelitza, City of Martensville Planning Manager, she states, “Traffic in and out of this site would be similar or perhaps even less than a retail business such as when the bakery/café operated at this location. Based on two trips per day per day, that would be about 108 visits per day by parents. Caregivers in any parking lot are responsible for their children, and this site is no different, so no additional requirements are recommended for the safety of children outside of vehicles.”
There are approximately 16,000 regulated child care spaces for children under the age of six in Saskatchewan child care homes and centres. “I’m thrilled about the great progress that we are making towards reducing child care fees in Saskatchewan,” Canada’s Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould said. “It is making a real difference, families in the province are saving thousands of dollars and this investment provides muchneeded support to help reduce the cost of living.”
Shanine Sealey, Martensville Messenger
That same concern also noted that the surrounding businesses could be an issue. “There is also concern with the Adobe Bar being across the street. In the afternoons, there is extra traffic and a lot of those drivers will be coming and going at the end of the work day and the odds of impaired drivers is quite high and poses a safety concern.”Another resident echoed those concerns, stating, “A childcare facility should never be next to a bar, nor to a busy street where incoming traffic from the highway comes in, and the main street where all the traffic from local shopping and businessesParkingare.”was also mentioned in concerns received by City Hall, “They show 8 parking spots for staff. Where would the 7 people park because they say 15 people are employed.”
ABOVE: Mikaylah Tolofson hopes to inspire other young female athletes to pursue the sport of box lacrosse in hopes that more all-female teams will become available within the area.
With plans to continue striving to move forward with lacrosse, Tolofson hopes to one day travel the world playing, but for now, has her goals set on making Team Saskatchewan again for the 2025 Canada Summer Games, which will take place in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Locally, Tolofson plans to try her hand at coaching by sharing her passion with an all-female 10U team in the next house league season. “Playing lacrosse has taught me that you have to work hard for what you want and to believe in myself and I just want other young girls to know that it is possible. Just try your hardest and try out for every opportunity you can. You are stronger than you know.”
Shanine Sealey, Martensville Messenger
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Martensville Athlete Looks to Create Hope For Other Female Athletes to Participate in Box Lacrosse
“When my coach told me that I made the team, I got really quiet. She had to ask if I was still there. I was just so shocked that I had actually made the team.”
(Submitted by Brandi Tolofson)
This year marked the first time that the Canada Summer Games had all-female teams competing in box lacrosse, and Team Saskatchewan was the only team to have an all-female coaching staff. This was the first time that Tolofson has played on an all-female team, and more often than not, is the only female on her box lacrosse team. “I would love to see more young girls get involved in the sport to help it gain in popularity and maybe be able to see more all-female teams created. It is very limited locally, so this opportunity to meet my teammates and play alongside them was once in a lifetime for me.”
Martensville youth Mikaylah Tolofson just got home from an experience of a life-time at the Canada Summer Games, as the 14-year-old was chosen to help represent Team Saskatchewan in Box Lacrosse. The Canada Summer Games began on Saturday, August 6th and will run until Sunday, August 21st in Niagara, Ontario. Team Saskatchewan sent a total of 488 individuals to the Summer Games, which includes 377 athletes, 86 coaching staff members and 25 mission staff coming from 70 communities throughout the province to compete in 19 sports. For Tolofson, who has been playing lacrosse for the past seven years, this was the largest scale competition she had ever participated in. “It was a huge opportunity and I was so happy to be able to experience this. It was amazing getting to know my teammates and having this opportunity to show other young girls that they can also play if that is something they are interested in doing,” Tolofson said. From the first moment she saw a Saskatchewan Rush game, Tolofson was hooked and began to navigate her way through the male dominated sport, taking part in camps that were offered within Saskatoon and area. In order to gain a spot on Team Saskatchewan, Tolofson began tryouts in January and spent months travelling to different camps in communities throughout the province and being evaluated from various coaches; however, it was all worth it when the phone rang on Canada Day with the news that she had made the team.
ABOVE: Mikaylah Tolofson
Martensville Minor Hockey Association (MMHA) hosted a barbeque event at the Martensville Co-op on Wednesday, August 10th at 5:30pm, and shared news prior to the event that there would be a big announcement made. Those attending were invited to bring their hockey sticks and mini sticks to take part in some street hockey fun. A wide array of local athletes, both male and female, were in attendance as well. The big announcement that was made was one that will benefit the entire community, as Martensville was chosen to host the 15th edition of Hockey Day in Saskatchewan (HDIS), which will take place from January 16-22, 2023. MMHA will be the host committee for this event, and according to MMHA President Trevor Hanley, applying to be the host of HDIS has been something that the Board has been working towards for some time. Since 2014, the Martensville Community Recreation Project (MCRP) has been working to raise money to help construct a new recreation facility for Martensville through numerous events and fundraisers such as their 3 on 3 tournament, which is currently running until September 18th; a Community House Build, hockey drafts, Party on the Pond and more. Since inception, the MCRP has raised $3.189 million to go towards theTheproject.future multi-purpose recreation facility will be located on the west side of Highway 12 within the upcoming Trilogy Ranch development, which will consist of 680 acres of commercial and residential development. An additional ice surface will be a welcome addition to the community, as the MMHA continues to see growth each year, currently having 431 players registered equaling over 30 teams of both co-ed and female hockey from U7 to U18. Not only does the association utilize the rink in Martensville, but also operates out of five other rinks in other communities. The rink in Martensville is also utilized by the figure skating club and CanSkate program. “Of course those towns also have their own hockey associations, which are also growing, so the availability of ice continues to shrink. Each of our teams also look to secure additional ice for practices and tournaments and so are renting ice in other communities,” Hanley explained. Because of these growing numbers and lack of available ice, Hanley noted that the MMHA hasn’t been able to host a tournament in Martensville for the past eight to nine years. “These local tournaments can have great economic benefit in the area. Another rink in our community would enable us to host tournaments locally again and local businesses would stand to benefit from the increased traffic in Martensville,” Hanley added. Other limitations brought on by lack of options include not having room to host Martensville female AA teams, and the association contemplating having to put caps on registrations. “The idea of telling a kid that their local association doesn’t have room for them is awful. In some of the surrounding communities they don’t have enough kids to form their own local team and so where we have room we have been able to bring those kids into our community and allow them to be Marauders as well. We have also, as a community had to pass on the opportunity to apply for things like a AAA team or bringing senior hockey back to Martensville.” Through HDIS, the MMHA is setting a goal of raising over $90,000 to be used towards the construction of the new facility. “This is an extremely exciting announcement for Martensville and our hockey association. The day will be a celebration of hockey right from the grassroots all the way up to the SJHL. We have an opportunity to host a Sask U18AAA game, a PJHL game and an SJHL game. Our association continues to see our athletes move on to play in these leagues, so, the opportunity for some of them to come back and play in their home rink one more time is very cool. It also serves as an inspiration for other players within our association to strive for the same. This event is going to attract hundreds of people to our community to take in the festivities.”
Because this announcement is so fresh, there is still much planning to be done; however Hanley stated that on top of the ice activities and games, there will also be other events for people to participate in. Despite being a celebration of hockey in the community, it is important to the MMHA to have everyone involved. Future announcements will be made on various opportunities to sponsor and volunteer for this event; however, in the meantime, Hanley stated that anyone interested in participating can contact the organizing committee at mmhahockeyday2023@gmail. com.
ABOVE: The second place position at the Bridge City 200 race went to Jarrod Reddekopp of Osler. (Russell Smith)
The Saskatoon Stock Car Association (SSCRA) is a non-profit organization, operating in Saskatoon since 1954 and is the only raceway in Saskatoon.Many fundraisers, special events, and memorials are hosted with the help of many sponsors to give back to the community throughout the year. This year the SSCRA announced that Sutherland Automotive is the naming partner Bridge City 200 Draws Big Crowds Martensville to Host Hockey Day in Saskatchewan
ABOVE: Athletes of all ages came out to help the Martensville Minor Hockey Association celebrate the announcement that Martensville was chosen to host Hockey Day in Saskatchewan this January. (MMHA/Facebook)
ABOVE: First place winner Tyler Emond of Leduc celebrates his win at the Bridge City 200 race held at the Sutherland Automotive Speedway on August 6th. (Russell Smith)
Shanine Sealey, Martensville Messenger
Jocelyn Ottenbreit, Martensville Messenger of the member-owned racetrack from 2022 to the end of the 2026 race season, replacing the Wyant Group Speedway sponsor who was host from 2016 – 2022. One of their big events, the 2022 Bridge City 200, was held on August 6th at Sutherland Automotive Speedway. The winners from this event were; First place, Tyler Emond #25 from Leduc, Second place, Jarrod Reddekopp #97 from Osler, and Third place, Kevin Dyck #10 from Red Deer.
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• It’s important to be patient and remember that the person driving or towing that farm equipment is likely moving it a short distance from one field to another.
Saskatchewan farmers are stewards of the land, already producing the most sustainable agri-food products in the world. Our producers are being asked to supply the world with the food it needs but are being told to do it with less. Saskatchewan is leading the nation in economic growth despite the roadblocks put up by the Trudeau minority government, supported by the NDP. We have the food, fuel, energy and jobs the world wants, and our government will continue to stand up against federal intrusion.
The conflicting problem for political parties is that people want them to consistently stand for some meaningful philosophies or principles; however, that can never appeal to everyone. People also want and expect political parties to adjust to changing times and circumstances.Forthe bulk of the past quarter century, the Sask. Party seemed to find a sweet spot that has appealed to a majority of Saskatchewan. To be historically precise, the Sask. Party came into being when four former Liberals and four Progressive Conservative MLAs got together to form a new party that would immediately become the Official Opposition to an NDP government then in the sixth year of what would be a 16-year run. That, however, is surely not the whole story. The story of the Sask. Party was always one of pure political pragmatism — the culmination of lessons learned from history that the only way to defeat the NDP that consistently formed government with less than 50 per cent of the popular vote was to avoid splitting the province’s centre-right/right-wing vote. That said, the Sask. Party was always more than centre. The founding PCs members; Boyd, Dan D’Autremont, Ben Heppner or Don Toth were never really “progressive” conservatives. Somewhat similarly, the four original Liberals — Ken Krawetz, Rod Gantefoer, Bob Bjornrud and June Draude — all tended to be on the right side of the party. While the PCs were escaping the political past of the 1980s Grant Devine PC government leading it to oblivion, the Liberals were escaping ties to the then Jean Chretien federal Liberals and its gun control legislation and party infighting, but it generally worked in a changing province — especially after the selection of more charismatic and slightly more “progressive” Brad Wall as leader in The2004.Sask. Party even managed to attract and keep former Reform MPs like its initial leader Elwin Hermanson and Alan Kerpan. The Sask. Party success was further aided by a strong economy. But even as the province’s resource—based economy weakened in the last decade, the Sask. Party was bolstered in the past two elections of defining Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the enemy has allowed the Sask. Party to repeat success, but where does it go from here? The problem for the Sask. Party, is that after its first re-election in 2011, it’s become obvious the NDP have not posed a serious threat to forming government in Saskatchewan. New emerging threats from the Buffalo Party and the now United Saskatchewan Party that sees old Reformers drifting off to these new, even more right-wing and anti-Trudeau movements. Current Premier Scott Moe has made Trudeau and the Liberals such a popular target, he’s created a market for those with more extreme views on federalism that are seeking out other parties. Yet as Moe pushes for “economic sovereignty”, he may be alienating those who see that view as either too extreme or as a distraction from the Sask. Party goverment dealing with problems at home like reduced hospital services. That may even create some room for the NDP, if new leader Carla Beck can sell a more welcoming image. There is no question the Sask. Party has achieved remarkable success in its short 25 years of existence, but there’s no question that it’s facing future challenges.
Letter to the Editor
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MLA Terry Jenson’s Report from the Legislature
To suggest the Saskatchewan Party was truly a Progressive Conservatives-Liberal amalgamation has always been a stretch. What is true, however, is that it was formed as a vehicle to defeat the NDP and that it has demonstrated a willingness to grow and adapt. It has had little choice. Since the Sask. Party’ formation 25 years ago on Aug. 8, 1997, this province has seen massive change. Whether this party can continue to adapt to continually changing, is a huge challenge for any party.
New Federal Fertilizer Reduction Targets Will Hurt Saskatchewan Farmers Waiting on the sidelines to cause additional issues are the newly announced federal government’s fertilizer emission reduction targets. This arbitrary goal wasn’t even on the agenda when provincial and federal agriculture leaders met in July, yet the announcement came just days later. Provinces tried to push Ottawa to have a conversation about the targets but were disappointed to learn they were already set. 4R Nutrient Stewardship is a made-in-Canada approach that promotes environmental stewardship through best practices in science-based nutrient management. This innovative partnership is an example of government, industry and farmers working together to achieve better environmental outcomes without reducing much-needed food production. Western Canada already accounts for almost all of the acres under 4R management in Canada.
Take it easy, slow down and enjoy the scenic country views if you can’t safely get around the equipment until it leaves the road.
That’s another good reason that when you’re driving, you should avoid distractions and just drive. Keeping your attention focused on the road ensures you’ll be prepared for whatever you may encounter.
Harvest is underway in many parts of the province. Drivers may encounter farmers using highways and grid roads to move their machinery from field to field. Each year, there are a small number of collisions between motor vehicles and farm equipment. This type of collision is significantly more likely to result in an injury.*
Province Seeks Greater Autonomy on Immigration
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Other tips for sharing the road around farm equipment:
Just when Canadians should be coming together after two difficult years, the federal government is driving a wedge between east and west. In recent months, Trudeau’s Liberal minority government has made several decisions that will negatively impact Saskatchewan and Western Canada. We will always stand up against these divisive and damaging policies to ensure our province has sustainable growth for the future. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, our province has been helping those impacted by senseless violence. Saskatchewan residents and businesses have made donations, opened their communities and helped hire Ukrainians who have arrived in our province. We should be helping as many people as we can, but Ottawa has diverted flights with newcomers away from Saskatchewan with no explanation. With the help of philanthropist Enrique Pineyro, our government organized a private flight to assist those who wanted to get to our province. A second humanitarian flight is being organized this month out of Warsaw. We have the jobs and the capacity to assist these new residents, all while supporting a growing province. We know our province’s needs and the labour market better than the Government of Canada. Their current approach does not align with the direction of Saskatchewan’s growth. To address our economic needs and gaps in the labour market, we need more autonomy and flexibility with immigration. With that in mind, our government has put forward a detailed proposal to give Saskatchewan similar authority over immigration as the Province of Quebec. Under the Quebec Accord, Ottawa reviews immigrants only based on national security concerns. Quebec then selects the applicants destined for that province. Saskatchewan is asking for the same rights so that our province is not limited to applicants who fit into economic categories deemed important by the federal government. We should also not be limited by caps on provincial nominee programs that Ottawa sets out. Saskatchewan will likely exceed our cap of 6,000 people under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program. Without an increase, international recruitment of employees will be delayed. A proportionate share of national immigration, as contemplated in the Saskatchewan Immigration Accord, would see, at minimum, 13,000 positions allocated to the province in 2022. A Saskatchewan Accord similar to the Quebec Accord will enable our immigration strategy to meet the needs of Saskatchewan employers and improve the outcomes for our new neighbours. It could also speed up the process with current wait times reaching 40 months, something our province could help with. Currently, it takes Saskatchewan two to six weeks to process a request on the selection side.
• Do not pass unless you’re sure that it’s safe to do so.
Reminder to Watch for Farm Machinery During Harvest Season
• The machinery may not have turn signals. Drivers preparing to pass farm equipment should make sure that the farmer isn’t about to turn left into a field. Look down the road and anticipate where the farmer may be going.
• Farm machinery is slow moving, so you’ll come up on it quickly when driving at highway speeds.
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• You’re even more likely to see farm machinery on grid roads, which are narrower and offer drivers less space to pass.
• Following too closely may put you in the farmer’s blind spot. Hang back a bit.
• When you do pass, give yourself plenty of space, because farm equipment can be deceptively long and wide. Over the coming weeks, our province’s agricultural producers are going to be working long days as they harvest their crops. If you like to eat, one way you can thank a farmer is by keeping them and their equipment safe on the roads. Over the past five years (2017-2021), 86 collisions involving farm equipment on Saskatchewan roads have resulted in 41 injuries and seven deaths.
Kathleen Friesen has always been passionate about writing, and for many years, used her writing as a personal expression; however, after taking an online writing course around 2000, she decided to take the leap and share her writing with the public. Since then, Friesen has written a total of five Christian Contemporary Romance novels, and recently released her second in her Rockwell Chronicles series. This series follows four Rockwell siblings and their journeys to love and is a Canadian based series set in a fictional city within the Okanagan.OnSaturday, August 13 from noon until 3pm, the public was invited to attend a book signing for ‘Hearts Unbroken’ at Clearcut Coffeehouse in Martensville. This novel follows the first of the series ‘Hearts Unfolding’, and copies of both will be available at the book signing. Friesen, who is originally from the USA, came to Saskatchewan for Bible school, met and married her Canadian sweetheart and called the province home for 30 years; living in Martensville from 1978 to 1990 and then on an acreage between Martensville and Warman for the next 13 years before moving to the Okanagan for 15 years. Approximately 4 years ago, the couple decided to make the trek back to Saskatchewan to be closer to family, and Friesen noted, “Especially the Martensvillegrandkids!”isaplace that the Friesen’s have always been fond of and kept close ties to, with Kathleen’s husband Ron even serving on Martensville Town Council for several years. When asked about her inspiration for her novels, Friesen stated, “Life, loss and hope. I don’t know anyone who hasn’t experienced some kind of brokenness and I want my stories to offer hope.”“My first novel, Melody's Song, is currently being re-edited and should be ready before Christmas. Nila's Hope and Redemption's Whisper follow it, and those three stories are set in the Saskatoon area,” Friesen noted.
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Jocelyn Ottenbreit, Martensville Messenger
The City of Martensville, along with KidSport, is excited to be able to offer a FREE swim night once again at the Martensville Aquatic Centre on Sunday, August 21 from 6 –8pm. All kids ages 0 – 18 are welcome to take part in this free event. Pool capacity and how many lifeguards that will be on duty will determine how many kids are allowed in the pool at one time. “Hopefully it is not a super-hot day, and we can get a bunch of kids in the pool,” said Angie Reddekopp, Recreation Program Supervisor.For more information on upcoming events in the City of Martensville visit www.martensville. ca, or check the 2022 Fall Program Guide, which is available online and will be delivered to mailboxes this week.
ABOVE: Kathleen Friesen
Hazardous Household Waste Day Held in Martensville
The City of Martensville hosted their annual Hazardous Household Waste Collection Day on Saturday, August 13th from 9:30am to 3:30pm in the parking lot of the Martensville Sports Centre. Residents were invited to utilize this opportunity to dispose of waste and chemicals that they are unable to dispose of in regular garbage or recycling collection such as old batteries, leftover paint, used oil, propane cylinders and more.
Get Ready for Free Swim Night at the Aquatic Centre
Author With Ties to Martensville Hosts Book-Signing Event
Shanine Sealey, Martensville Messenger
